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Nokia 106 | 1.8-inch Colour Screen | 1000mAh Removable Battery | MicroSD Card Slot | Wireless FM Radio
An everyday keypad handset for students, traders and commuters who want calls, texts and mobile money without fuss.
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Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Mascom International stocks the Nokia 106 at KSh 2,000, brand new and sealed, in the 2G edition HMD introduced in 2023 with a 1.8-inch colour screen and a 1000mAh removable battery. The Nokia 106 adds a microSDHC card slot to the basic keypad formula, alongside dual SIM standby, a wireless FM radio, a torch and a splash-resistant shell. It weighs 79.4 grams and runs on the GSM 900 and 1800 MHz bands. Our shop sits on the first floor of the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, and we deliver countrywide with payment on arrival.
Built for families, traders and daily commuters across Kenya, the Nokia 106 handles the jobs a phone must never fail at. Parents buy it as a first phone for a child heading to boarding school, where a touchscreen would invite games and endless chats. Mama mbogas at Marikiti and stall owners in Gikomba use it to take orders and receive Pochi la Biashara payments while their hands stay busy. On a crowded matatu, the Nokia 106 is small enough to keep in a front pocket and cheap enough that losing it does not ruin your week.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops push grey-market keypad phones with no receipt, Mascom International sells sealed Nokia units with a full 12-month warranty and a real address behind it. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the Nokia 106 becomes the phone they reach for when they need a call to go through. At Mascom International, we're seeing parents buy two or three at once, one for each child. Walk in to compare the Nokia 106 with other keypad models side by side, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives.
Common Questions About the Nokia 106
What is the Nokia 106 price in Kenya?
The Nokia 106 sells for KSh 2,000, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price includes the handset, a removable 1000mAh battery, a charger and a 12-month warranty covering manufacturing defects. You pay on arrival, by cash or M-Pesa, once the phone reaches you. For KSh 100 more, the Nokia 110 costs KSh 2,100 and adds a basic camera, while the Nokia 105 costs KSh 400 less but drops the memory card slot.
What is the difference between the Nokia 106 and the Nokia 110?
The Nokia 106 and the Nokia 110 share a 1.8-inch screen, a 1000mAh battery, a microSDHC slot and 2G dual SIM support, with only KSh 100 between them at Mascom International. The Nokia 110 adds a basic rear camera and a listed MP3 player. The Nokia 106 keeps a 3.5mm headphone jack on its spec sheet and costs slightly less. Choose the Nokia 106 for pure calling and texting; choose the Nokia 110 if snapping a quick photo of a receipt matters.
Is the Nokia 106 a good first phone for a school-going child?
Yes, the Nokia 106 is a sound first phone for a child, because it handles calls and SMS but cannot run social media, browsers or app stores. Parents control who the child talks to, and there is no screen time to argue about. The 1000mAh battery and simple menus suit a child who forgets to charge. Many boarding schools in Kenya allow only basic phones, if any, so check your school's rules before buying.
Which Kenyan networks support the Nokia 106, and can it hold two lines?
The Nokia 106 works on Safaricom, Airtel Kenya and Telkom 2G networks through the GSM 900 and 1800 MHz bands. It holds two mini-SIM cards in dual standby, so a Safaricom line for M-Pesa and an Airtel or Telkom line for cheaper bundles can both receive calls. Only one line can carry a call at a time. Traders often keep a personal number and a business number on the same handset, which saves carrying two phones.
Does the Nokia 106 work for market traders and small businesses?
The Nokia 106 suits market traders because it receives calls, SMS order confirmations and M-Pesa messages reliably through a long working day. Pochi la Biashara and Lipa na M-Pesa payments arrive as standard SMS, which this phone reads instantly. The splash-resistant body copes better with a busy stall than an exposed touchscreen, and the torch helps when closing up after dark. At KSh 2,000, replacing a lost or damaged unit costs far less than a smartphone.
How does the Nokia 106 cope with dust, rain and matatu commutes?
The Nokia 106 has a splash-resistant body, so light rain on the walk to the stage or a spilled drink should not stop it. It is not waterproof, so keep it out of puddles and away from a bucket of water. The plastic shell and physical keys have no glass screen to shatter in a crush on a matatu. Dust from murram roads is a smaller worry than on touchscreen phones, though a quick wipe of the keypad helps.
How long does the Nokia 106 battery last between charges?
HMD does not publish talk-time or standby figures for the 2G Nokia 106, so Mascom International does not quote any. What we can say is that its 1000mAh battery powers only a 1.8-inch screen and a 2G radio, with no apps or Wi-Fi running behind the scenes. Customers across Nairobi tell us they charge it every few days rather than every night. Because the battery is removable, a worn one can be replaced later without buying a new phone.
Who should buy the Nokia 106, and who should skip it?
The Nokia 106 is right for parents buying a child's first phone, traders who need a dependable work line and anyone who wants a backup with room for a memory card. Skip it if you rely on WhatsApp, mobile banking apps, Google Maps or a usable camera, because this 2G keypad phone supports none of them. A better fit is the Itel A90 with 128GB storage and 4GB RAM, in stock at Mascom International for KSh 10,300.
Technical Specifications
Display
- 1.8-inch TFT LCD screen — small enough to keep the phone compact, big enough to read a full SMS line.
- 120 x 160 pixels — a modest resolution that keeps the screen easy on the battery while still showing several lines of text.
- Roughly 111 pixels per inch — numbers and contact names stay crisp for everyday reading, even for users who need reading glasses.
- 65K colour support — icons and menus show in colour, which makes the menu easier to scan than a monochrome screen.
- TFT LCD panel — a thin-film transistor display, a low-cost screen type common on keypad phones.
Processor and Software
- Lightweight keypad operating system from HMD — menus open quickly and stay the same from the first day to the last.
- No Java platform — no third-party apps can be installed, which keeps the phone focused on calls and texts.
- Preloaded games — a few simple titles for idle moments, playable without data or downloads.
- SMS inbox and outbox — write, send and store text messages using the number keys.
- No software updates to manage — the phone works out of the box with nothing to download.
Memory and Storage
- microSDHC card slot — insert a memory card to add storage space beyond the built-in memory.
- HC in microSDHC stands for high capacity — a widely sold card format, so a compatible card is easy to find in most phone shops.
- Internal storage holds the phonebook, messages and call logs; HMD does not state its exact size, so a card is the way to add space.
- Call records — review dialled, received and missed calls to return a customer's call quickly.
- SIM contacts readable — slot in your old SIM and your saved numbers appear without retyping.
Torch, Radio and Built-in Tools
- Torch built into the top of the phone — handy for night walks, power outages and dark storerooms.
- Wireless FM radio — tune into local stations through the loudspeaker without needing earphones attached.
- 3.5mm headphone jack — use any standard wired earphones for private calls or radio listening.
- Loudspeaker — take calls hands-free while weighing goods, counting change or working with both hands.
- Splash resistance — light protection against drizzle and spills, not a waterproof rating, so keep the phone out of standing water.
Battery and Charging
- 1000mAh lithium-ion battery — modest capacity matched to a small screen and 2G radio, so it stretches across several days of light use.
- Removable battery — when it wears out after years of use, a replacement cell restores the phone without a repair shop visit.
- MicroUSB 1.1 port — charges with the supplied charger or a common microUSB cable connected to a power bank or laptop.
- No background drain — without Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or apps, the battery serves calls, texts and the radio only.
- Mains charger in the box — no separate purchase needed to get started, so the phone is ready for its first charge straight from the box.
Connectivity
- GSM 900 and 1800 MHz bands — supported by the 2G networks of Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom.
- Dual SIM, dual standby — two mini-SIMs ready for incoming calls, with one call handled at a time.
- GPRS and EDGE — basic 2G data used for network services, not for apps, video calls or web browsing.
- No Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS or NFC — a deliberately simple radio set that keeps power use low.
- 115.1 x 49.4 x 14.5 mm body weighing 79.4 grams — light enough to forget it is in your pocket.
Package Contents
The Nokia 106 arrives from Mascom International in a sealed Nokia retail box with the handset, its removable 1000mAh battery and a charger. That is all you need for calls, SMS and M-Pesa on day one. A memory card is not part of the package, so add one if you plan to use the microSDHC slot; we stock cards at the Kimathi Street shop. Fit your mini-SIM cards and battery, then give the phone a full first charge.
Warranty
Every Nokia 106 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street; bring the handset and your purchase receipt so our technicians can check the fault.
Buying the Nokia 106 from Mascom International
You can buy the Nokia 106 at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Come in, power it on, dial a test call and try the radio before you pay. HMD offers Red Terracotta, Emerald Green and Charcoal, and stock varies, so message us to check which colour is available today.
For quick answers, contact us on any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and buyers in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Machakos and other major towns receive their phone the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your purchase is protected by the 12-month warranty described above. Our team gives straight answers on specifications, honest pricing and reliable after-sales support whenever you need it.
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